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Residential Faculty - Cisco CCNP Program, CCNA Security
Office: BA 40 - Room: 20
480-461-7713
Office Hours
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Also Available By Appointment for in-person, or online meetings.
Profile
Member: Arizona Technology Council Cybersecurity Committee.
Recently recognized by Cisco Systems with an "INSTRUCTOR EXCELLENCE" award.
Recent Student Survey Results:
*ALL* STUDENTS ANSWERED WITH THE *HIGHEST* RATING POSSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING:
- I would recommend this instructor to others.
- The instructor encourages questions and/or participation and makes good use of examples and illustrations.
- The instructor maintains a positive atmosphere in the class and seems to enjoy teaching.
DO YOU FEEL THE CLASS PERIOD IS USED EFFECTIVELY?
- Yes. Instructor has excellent presentation skills.
- Yes, JB covers the material very well and answers any questions we have.
DO YOU FEEL THE INSTRUCTOR DISPLAYS RESPECT FOR STUDENTS?
- Yes, He understands that we work and are busy and is flexible.
- Yes. Instructor is great.
DO YOU FEEL THE INSTRUCTOR RESPONDS EFFECTIVELY TO THE STUDENTS' NEEDS FOR CLARIFICATION?
- Yes, very patient and helpful.
- Yes. Instructor has an excellent attitude.
- Yes JB does a wonderful job at teaching and engaging the class.
Classes Taught
Fall 2023
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | 3 Credits | ||||
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Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None. |
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Course Notes: CIS105 is a lecture course with computers demonstrations and open lab assignments. CIS105 uses Windows-based computers to cover word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database management software. Includes overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers and exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Knowledge or basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended. CIS105 uses Microsoft Office 2016 or 2019 and either Windows 7, 8, or 10 software. Chromebooks and iPads are not supported. Students require access to a PC and/or Mac to complete coursework. |
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| General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
18762 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| CNT240 | Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise Core | 8 Credits | ||||
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Provides Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise knowledge and skills needed for professional-level networking technologies and architecture. Topics include virtualization, network assurance, security, and automation. Helps to prepare students to take the Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) certification exam aligned with the CCNP Enterprise, CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, CCIE Enterprise Wireless, and Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise core certifications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT160AB, or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) industry certification, or permission of Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
19411 |
Live Online |
Live Online
Lecture/Lab
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
TuTh |
5:45 PM - 9:15 PM |
Class Started |
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Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Fall Flex Start 2023
| CIS285 | Computer Information Systems Capstone Project | 3 Credits | ||||
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Students will create a capstone project with opportunities for individualized research and application of aggregate technology and professional knowledge and skills obtained throughout the student's program of study. Focus on communication, problem solving, critical thinking, and project management skills. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
19899 |
Dobson Campus SD Instructor Office |
Independent Study
Lecture/Lab
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09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| ITS110 | Information Security Fundamentals | 3 Credits | ||||
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Fundamental concepts of information technology security. Topics include authentication methods, access control, cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), network attack and defense methods, hardening of operating systems and network devices, securing remote access and wireless technologies and securing infrastructures and topologies. Emphasis on hands-on labs in both the Windows and Linux environments. Builds on thorough understanding of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and security concepts and Microsoft (MS) Windows and Linux Administration. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS126DL, or CIS126RH, or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: BPC270 or MST150++. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
34181 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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10/17/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Winter Intersession 2023
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | 3 Credits | ||||
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Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None. |
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Course Notes: CIS105 is a lecture course with computers demonstrations and open lab assignments. CIS105 uses Windows-based computers to cover word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database management software. Includes overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers and exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Knowledge or basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended. CIS105 uses Microsoft Office 2016 or 2019 and either Windows 7, 8, or 10 software. Chromebooks and iPads are not supported. Students require access to a PC and/or Mac to complete coursework. |
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| General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28519 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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12/18/2023 - 01/12/2024 |
Open 9 of 20 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring 2024
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | 3 Credits | ||||
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Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None. |
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Course Notes: CIS105 is a lecture course with computers demonstrations and open lab assignments. CIS105 uses Windows-based computers to cover word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database management software. Includes overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers and exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Knowledge or basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended. CIS105 uses Microsoft Office 2016 or 2019 and either Windows 7, 8, or 10 software. Chromebooks and iPads are not supported. Students require access to a PC and/or Mac to complete coursework. |
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| General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
26583 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
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01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Tu |
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Open 14 of 20 |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| CNT160AB | Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation | 4 Credits | ||||
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Focus on the configuration of routers and switches within small and medium size networks for advanced functionality including Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network security, Access Control Lists (ACLs), Network Address Translation (NAT), Wide Area Network (WAN) concepts, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Quality of Service (QOS), network management, design, troubleshooting, virtualization, and automation. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT150AB or permission of Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28696 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
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01/16/2024 - 03/07/2024 |
TuTh |
5:45 PM - 9:15 PM |
Open 7 of 20 |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| ITS110 | Information Security Fundamentals | 3 Credits | ||||
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Fundamental concepts of information technology security. Topics include authentication methods, access control, cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), network attack and defense methods, hardening of operating systems and network devices, securing remote access and wireless technologies and securing infrastructures and topologies. Emphasis on hands-on labs in both the Windows and Linux environments. Builds on thorough understanding of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and security concepts and Microsoft (MS) Windows and Linux Administration. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS126DL, or CIS126RH, or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: BPC270 or MST150++. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
32742 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024 |
Open 13 of 20 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring Flex Start 2024
| CNT203 | CCNA Cybersecurity Operations | 4 Credits | ||||
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Uses virtual environments to simulate real-world cybersecurity threat scenarios and create opportunities for practice with ethical hacking, security monitoring, analysis and resolution. Introduces current technical concepts, such as classification of network attacks, monitoring, analysis of network intrusion data, cryptography, prevention and mitigation of network attacks and application of incident response models to manage network security incidents. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT150AB or permission of Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29033 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Open 14 of 20 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Degrees & Awards
Contracted by a division of O'Reilly Publishing to write a book on network security. Publish date expected 2018.
Appointed by Governor Ducey, and confirmed by the Senate, to a commission for Trial Court Judge Appointments.
Recently recognized by Cisco Systems with an "INSTRUCTOR EXCELLENCE" award.
A.A.S - Information Technology: Cisco Networking - Summa Cum Laude - SMCC
B.S. - Finance- Summa Cum Laude - ASU - University Honors College
B.S. - Real Estate- Summa Cum Laude - ASU - University Honors College
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